Sociology Conformity

What is conformity in the context of social psychology?

• Changing one's behavior to match the responses of others

• The ability to control others' actions

• The study of individual behavior in a social context

• The process of resisting social influence

The study of social structure; patterned social behavior

• Sociological Perspective

• Social Statics

• Sociology

• Social Dynamics

Several members of a little league team begin wearing their baseball caps backward and soon the entire team is following this style. This is an example of

• social structure.

• group conformity.

• group imagination.

• Social Darwinism.

_______________ is a behaviour that matches group expectations.

• Conformity

• Non-conformity

• Both of the above

__________________ is the scientific study of social structure.

Which of the following best describes the sociological perspective?

• Its major focus is on individual differences.

• Its major focus is the intelligence of individuals.

• It focuses on people at a group level.

• It has little interest in group behavior.

Which of the following is part of the unique perspective of sociology?

• the behavior of individuals in isolation

• patterns of behavior in social relationships

• the mental and emotional processes of individuals

• the history and theory of government

What is the primary reason individuals conform in social settings?

• To fit in with the group

• To express individuality

• To challenge authority

• To avoid boredom

Which of the following is an example of normative social influence?

• Changing your opinion to match the majority

• Learning a new skill from a peer

• Observing others to understand social norms

• Ignoring group pressure

In sociology, what term describes the act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms?

• Conformity

• Deviance

• Innovation

• Rebellion